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Castle Acre Church of England Primary Academy
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Castle Acre Church of England Primary Academy
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- Castle Acre PE32 2AR
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| Effectiveness of leadership and management | Good |
| Early years provision | Good |
| Overall effectiveness at previous inspection | Not Previously Inspected |
| Quality of teaching, learning and assessment | Good |
| Personal development, behaviour and welfare | Outstanding |
| Outcomes for pupils | Good |
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Foundational Skills: Phonics is consistently strong, and pupils develop handwriting skills well.
Success of the Curriculum: The curriculum is wide and varied, catering well for individual needs with imaginative activities.
Areas Needing Improvement: Opportunities to develop and apply knowledge in mathematics need improvement.
Support for Falling Behind: Any pupils at risk of falling behind are quickly helped to keep up.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Behaviour in lessons and around school is exceptional, with very positive attitudes to learning.
Performance in Maths & Reading: Progress in mathematics is not as strong as in reading.
Support for SEND Pupils: Pupils with SEND are effectively supported to help them make good progress.
Managing Bullying and Pupil Safety: Bullying is extremely rare, and any instances are dealt with decisively and quickly.
Promotion of Welfare and Safety: The school ensures pupils' welfare and safety are promoted exceptionally well.
Parent Feedback: The vast majority of parents are extremely positive about the school and the care and guidance their children receive.
Parental Involvement: Parents are encouraged to be involved in their children's education through an online electronic journal.
Extracurricular Activities: The school offers a range of trips, residential visits, and competitive sports.
Outdoor Facilities: The school council actively participates in the selection of new outdoor play equipment.
Teacher Engagement: Teachers have positive relationships with pupils, who enjoy learning.
Impact on Student Progress: Teaching is good for all age groups, contributing to pupils making good progress.
Assessment of Teaching Quality: Systems for checking pupils' progress and the quality of teaching are very effective.
Teaching Staff Challenges: Tasks do not always challenge the most able pupils sufficiently.
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About Us
Castle Acre Church of England Primary Academy is a Primary, Co-Ed, Church of England school located in Norfolk, East of England.
It has 63 students from age 5-11 yr with a student-teacher ratio of 13 : 1.
At this school, 50% of pupils achieved higher standard in reading, writing & maths at key stage 2.
This school rated Good by recent Ofsted inspection.
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| Phase of Education | Primary | Primary | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Academies | Academies | Academies |
| Snobe grade |
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| Ofset report | Good | - | Requires Improvement |
| Age range | 5-11 | 5-11 | 5-7 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student teacher ratio | 13.3 | 20.5 | 19.1 |
| Proficient Math | 103 | 104 | - |
| Proficient Read | 105 | 108 | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | - | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | - | - | - |
| Day Fees | - | - | - |
Primary Exam Result
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 103 | 91 | 97 |
| Reading | 105 | 93 | 98 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 50% | 46.19% | 55.92% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 3.88% | 7.4% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | 3.4 | Above Average |
| Writing | -0.4 | Below Average |
| Maths | 1.8 | Above Average |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic 2020, 2021 and 2022 Primary school exam
results were not published at school level.
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 102 5 | 94 | 96 |
| Reading | 103 2 | 94 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 67% 17 | 55.04% | 60.39% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.78% | 9.69% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -4.2 | Well Below Average |
| Writing | -5.7 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -4.8 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 97 2 | 88 | 94 |
| Reading | 101 1 | 89 | 95 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 50% 12 | 51.55% | 59.48% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 5.5% | 9.14% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.2 | Below Average |
| Writing | -5.8 | Well Below Average |
| Maths | -5.5 | Well Below Average |
View the average scaled scores of pupils in the key stage 2 reading and math tests. Scores of 100 or more indicate the expected standard, while 110 or more indicate a higher standard.
| Average scaled score | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maths | 95 | 83 | 93 |
| Reading | 100 | 83 | 93 |
Explore how well our pupils are doing academically. Discover the percentage of pupils who reach the expected level (with a score of 100 or more) and those who excel even further (achieving a score of 110 or more).
| Reading, writing and maths | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils meeting the expected standard | 38% | 46.88% | 56.27% |
| Pupils achieving at a higher standard | 0% | 6.77% | 8.17% |
Explore how much progress pupils have made in reading, writing, and math from key stage 1 to key stage 2.
| Subject | Progress score | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Reading | -2.5 | Below Average |
| Writing | 1.6 | Above Average |
| Maths | -7.0 | Well Below Average |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 25th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 6th Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 22nd Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 2nd Sep 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 4th Sep 2024 - 24th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 7th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 23rd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
Students Teachers
13 : 1
Student teacher ratio at Castle Acre Church of England Primary Academy
Local authority ratio 18 : 1